Senior Principal Network Engineer, Tucson, AZ, ONSITE, Active Clearance Required

Job Summary

Join this high impact team as a Senior Principal Network Engineer (P4) to ensure the smooth operation of classified network infrastructure at our Raytheon locations.

The installation, maintenance, support, and monitoring of the network infrastructure will be performed. Candidate must have a solid background supporting networks.

This role will be onsite and based in Tucson, AZ, and may require occasional travel to other local and US Domestic locations approximately 30% of time.

Relocation support is provided for the applicant if they qualify per company policy.

Responsibilities to anticipate :

• Maintain and upgrade (software / firmware / hardware) LAN / WAN components including routers, switches, firewalls (Cisco).
• Monitor, analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize network system performance, proactively identifying and quickly resolving service impacting issues.
• Review system vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance with recognized industry standards and best practices.
• Drive and / or participate in projects in support of installation and / or improvement to voice, video, and network infrastructure.
• Produce, update, and generally improve technical documentation to support security requirements and operational support of systems.
• Propose to management and configure network solutions, meeting all communications requirements based on future needs, current usage, cost savings, and availability.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for network infrastructure.
• Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance and procurement for network equipment or with vendors for third-party support.
• Assist in the overall performance and capability of technical teams through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Willingness and availability to work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.
• Willingness and availability to travel to local and other U.S domestic sites approximately 30% of time.
• Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.

Basic Qualifications :

Typically Requires a bachelor’s degree with 8 years’ experience in Network Engineering or Information Technology roles, an advanced degree with 6 years’ experience, or Associates with 10 years’ experience.

In lieu of degree, 12 years of relevant experience will be considered.

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.

S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Advanced knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, and authentication servers.
• Experience with platforms such as Cisco Call Manager, NTP servers, General Dynamics GemOne, and SolarWinds.
• Experience configuring, updating, and troubleshooting encryption devices and intrusion detection systems.
• Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.
• Experience with project management, team leadership, and personnel development.
• Ability to solve complex problems with limited supervision.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office technologies including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.
• Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) level certification within a year.
• Working knowledge of network security and infrastructure best practices.
• Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communication.

What We Offer :

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation;

healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work / life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child / adult backup care.

Tucson, AZ :

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide.

It comprises three industry-leading businesses Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.

The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals.

We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education / training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and / or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and / or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.